Brunswick Main Street Announces 2024 Façade & Interior Improvement Grant Recipients

BRUNSWICK, Md., March 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Brunswick Main Street is thrilled to announce the awardees of the 2024 Façade & Interior Improvement Grant. This initiative empowers businesses and property owners within the Brunswick Main Street district to enhance their spaces, preserve the town's historic character, and contribute to the community's charm and vitality.

This year's $50,000 in funding was generously provided by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). The grants will support a variety of impactful projects:

• American Legion – $28,397 for flooring improvements
• Bridgeway Bikes – $600 to relocate and install new signage
• 2 E Potomac – $7,776 to pave the back lot
• Roots & River – $13,227 for exterior paint and signage

To date, the Brunswick Main Street Façade and Interior Improvement Program has facilitated nearly $1.5 million in improvements. Past recipients have used these funds for critical upgrades such as roofing, painting, signage, and structural repairs. These efforts have significantly boosted the visual appeal and economic vitality of Brunswick's downtown district.

Carmen Hilton, Brunswick Community Development Program Manager, shared her enthusiasm about the 2024 awards: "This program continues to transform our downtown area by supporting local businesses in their efforts to improve their properties. We're proud to see how these projects preserve Brunswick's heritage while creating a vibrant future."

For details about the grant program or how to apply for future funding opportunities, visit Brunswick Main Street's website at brunswickmainstreet.org.

About the City of Brunswick

The City of Brunswick is located in south-western Frederick County along the Potomac River, the C & O National Historic Park, and the MARC train line. Proud of its historic contribution as a railroad and canal hub to Frederick County's growth and development, Brunswick continues to attract commercial and residential growth with its easy proximity to urban centers, beautiful natural resources, award-winning schools, and small-town charm. Visit the City's official website at www.brusnwickmd.gov. 

About Brunswick Main Street

Brunswick Main Street is part of Main Street America, a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation that supports communities in their efforts to revitalize struggling downtowns while retaining their unique, historic characters. Dedicated to the economic success of its downtown, Brunswick Main Street, created in 2004, works to revitalize the charm and history and show residents and visitors why Downtown Brunswick is a great place to live, work, shop and play. To learn more about Brunswick Main Street and how you can get involved, please visit brunswickmainstreet.org.

SOURCE Brunswick Main Street